Summary Posted: Sep 16, 2022 Role Number: 200425943 Apple SPG (Special Projects Group) is looking for talented robotics and software engineers to join our team to push the boundaries of autonomous planning algorithms (behavior, predictions, motion planning, and architecture). Key Qualifications Key Qualifications Background in any of the following areas: behavior planning/decision-making, predictions, machine learning, motion planning (sampling, search based planning, optimization), estimation, control, and/or high-performance real-time algorithms. Experience programming autonomous robots, modeling multi-agent systems, and developing algorithms for them. Strong C++ and/or Python development skills. Solid understanding of advanced algorithms and data structures. 2+ years of professional or equivalent experience. You must be hands-on, eager, curious and never satisfied with the status quo. You must love learning and being challenged. Description Description You will develop cutting edge robotics technology at the intersection of machine learning, AI, and classical robotics. This involves the design and implementation of algorithms that run on a robot in real-time in a safety critical application that involves autonomous interactions with the surrounding world in an uncontrolled environment. You will test and deploy your work in simulation and in the real world on state-of-the-art robotics hardware. You will contribute to the development of an ambitious and innovative projects as part of a dedicated team of world-class engineers. Education & Experience Education & Experience M.Sc., or Ph.D. in computer science, engineering, or equivalent professional experience. Additional Requirements Additional Requirements Preferred Experience: • Designed one or more machine-learned approaches to solve a robotics problem. • Experience with cloud-based tools to automate experiments and analysis at scale. • Familiarity with real-time, multi-process, multi-threaded coding. • Comfort using the command line in Linux. • Experience with 3D geometric math. • Comfortable with collaboration tools for programming Pay & Benefits Pay & Benefits At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $138,900 and $256,500, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits. Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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